The Fabric of Norwich Cathedral in the 18th and 19th Centuries (in person)

The Fabric of Norwich Cathedral in the 18th and 19th Centuries (in person)

Overview

Owen Thompson talks about alterations due to structural, aesthetic or liturgical considerations.

IN-PERSON EVENT


People tend to think of the cathedral as a Norman building with some medieval additions. In fact every century has seen alterations due to structural, aesthetic or liturgical considerations. Did you know that there was a gaol inside the cathedral, that the Close had its own workhouse, or that the dean moved the altar steps because the congregation were 'wont to take communion promiscuously'?

Refreshments will be available 10 minutes before the talk starts. Feel free to grab yourself a cuppa and settle down for an interesting 45 minutes.


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Highlights

  • 1 hour
  • In-person
  • Free parking

Location

Norfolk Record Office

Archive Centre

Martineau Lane Norwich NR1 2DQ

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